The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have wished "health and healing" to Kate Middleton after she announced her cancer diagnosis.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle sent their well wishes to the Princess of Wales as she takes an extended break away from the public while undergoing chemotherapy.

The couple said they hoped that William, Kate and their family would be able to deal with the treatment "privately and in peace" after a period of rife speculation about the Princess of Wales.

In a statement released yesterday evening, Harry and Meghan said: “We wish health and healing for Kate and the family, and hope they are able to do so privately and in peace.”


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The Duke of Sussex previously visited his father in the UK after King Charles was also diagnosed with cancer earlier this year.

The Argus: Kate Middleton announced her cancer diagnosis yesterdayKate Middleton announced her cancer diagnosis yesterday (Image: PA)

Harry and Meghan have lived in California with their young family for many years since they stepped away from active royal life.

Kate Middleton announced yesterday that she was undergoing "preventative chemotherapy" after being diagnosed with cancer following abdominal surgery earlier this year.

The future queen is said to have a positive mindset for her recovery and is in good spirits, describing herself as “well and getting stronger every day”.